High School Star Adjusting to College Bench Role at Morehead State
Freshman guard Myla Benton, a Georgia 5A All-State honoree with over 1,000 high school points and region-leading 105 free throws made, has appeared in 26 games for the 2024-25 Morehead State Eagles, averaging 1.4 PPG, 0.8 RPG, and 8.7 MPG off the bench with a gritty 75% FT clip and career-high 8 points vs. Asbury[1][2][3]. Her explosive athleticism and scoring pedigree shine through limited minutes, marking her as a high-upside developmental piece with Region POY intensity—perfect for teams needing a fearless shooter to groom into a sparkplug guard.
